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OpenAI launches Dots, its Muse competitor

The Verge · AIby Emma Roth ()2 min read3
Part of a story covered by 3 sourcesOpenAI DevDay 2026 launches Dots agents and GPT-6.1 SolMerged summary & timeline
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OpenAI launched Dots, GPT-6 Astra-powered always-on agents that work across apps, starting with Pro and Business Premium.

At DevDay, OpenAI introduced Dots, always-on assistants powered by GPT-6 Astra that use a cloud computer, a browser, and more than 4,000 apps while learning preferences. Users can message or voice-call a Dot from ChatGPT and connect it to Microsoft Teams and Slack, with SMS planned; only one Dot can be created for now. OpenAI says built-in and custom rules plus an auto-review feature decide when a Dot acts alone or hands work back, such as password changes. Dots are rolling out to ChatGPT Pro and Business Premium, weeks after Meta's Muse, which drew a safety complaint after a user said it shared their address.

Key facts
  • Dots run on GPT-6 Astra with a cloud computer and 4,000-plus apps
  • Chat, voice, Teams, and Slack are supported; SMS is coming
  • Auto-review and custom rules gate independent actions
  • Available to ChatGPT Pro and Business Premium; specialist Dots in test
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2 min read at theverge.com

Like Muse, OpenAI’s Dots are represented by cute, customizable avatars. | Image: OpenAI OpenAI is responding to Meta's buzzy Muse AI with agentic helpers of its own: Dots. During its DevDay keynote on Tuesday, OpenAI announced that Dots will serve as always-on AI assistants that can "do nearly anything" across connected apps in the background while learning your preferences over time.

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